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Random Jeep Picture Jeep CJ-5 VIN Plate
Pictured below you will find a VIN plate from a 1972 CJ-5.
The VIN plate was found on the drivers side of the dash. Within the picture you can see the wiper control switch and the “hazard” lights aka “4 ways”. Also to the far right is the windshield clamp.
From the VIN number we can tell that this CJ-5…
- Is a 1972 model year
- Built in Toledo, OH
- Has an 83″ wheel base – CJ-5
- Is an open body vehicle
- Has a 3750lb GVW
- Has a 304 V8
See the VIN decoder section to find out more about Jeep VIN Numbers.
Jeep Tech – Transmissions
The Jeep transmission pages cover stock Jeep transmissions and transmission swaps in Jeep vehicles. Stock transmissions used in Jeeps from 1941 until 1999 are covered in detail. There are articles about various transmission swaps using both automatic and manual transmissions.
Articles
Factory Transmissions : These pages cover the transmissions used in Jeeps over the years. Transmissions are arranged by the most recently introduced transmissions first.
Transmissions Conversions : One of the first thing may Jeepers want to do to their Jeep is swap in a new transmission. Jeep used some great transmissions and some not so great transmissions over the years. These pages cover the basic swaps you might look into for your Jeep.
Transmission Identification for other Makes : These pages cover how to identify transmissions of other makes that you might want to swap into your Jeep. Ford, Chevy, IH, and Dodge transmissions are covered.
How to Remove your Warn Overdrive: Every time I am about to remove a Warn Overdrive, I forget the procedure. I decided to just write it down, so I would have a reference.
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Jeep Engines – Factory Engines, Engine Conversions, Engine Swaps
These Jeep engine pages cover stock Jeep engines, engine swaps, engine performance, and engine rebuilds. Read more
Jeep Technical Information
Main Sections
The jeepfan.com Jeep tech section provide details on many Jeep parts. This guide covers most Jeep vehicles from 1941 to 1999.
Jeep Engines: These Jeep engine pages cover stock Jeep engines, engine swaps, engine performance, and engine rebuilds.
Jeep Transmissions: The Jeep transmission pages cover stock Jeep transmissions and transmission swaps in Jeep vehicles. Stock transmissions used in Jeeps from 1941 until present are covered in detail. There are articles about various transmission swaps using both automatic and manual transmissions.
Jeep Transfercases: The Jeep transfer case pages cover stock transfer cases used in Jeeps from 1941 until the present and they cover transfer case upgrades. Low gear swaps in transfer cases and transfer case swaps are covered in great detail.
Jeep Axles: The Jeep axle pages feature articles about stock Jeep axles and axle conversions and upgrades on Jeep vehicles. Various upgrades are covered including one piece axle swaps, full floating swaps, ring and pinion swaps, locker installations, etc.
CJ Heater Motor Swap: The Chevy Blazer heater motor upgrade for Jeep CJs and Wranglers has been bouncing around the Net for as long as I can remember. It is remarkably easy and it greatly increases the air flow through the heating system.
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